NE 207 — Behavior al Health Nursing
This course is designed to utilize the nursing process in providing care for patients with selected common behavioral health problems including anxiety, personality, mood and psychotic disorders, cognitive disorders in the elderly, and substance abuse. A focus on the safety, ethical, and legal issues are also considered. Emphasis is on interferences with human Basic Needs for self-awareness, self-esteem, and communication which causes alterations of behavior. Personal development of the student is emphasized as a prelude to understanding others. Learning situations are provided in the classroom setting and in-patient settings in the hospital and the community.
Prerequisites: ENG 101, BIOL 156, BIOL 158, NE 101, NE 106, NE 108, NE 107, NE 109